Can Skunk Cleaner Shrimp Live With Apistogramma?
❌Not Compatible
Incompatible pH. Skunk Cleaner Shrimp needs 8.1–8.4, Apistogramma needs 5.0–7.0.
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Parameter Comparison
| Parameter | Skunk Cleaner Shrimp | Apistogramma | Overlap |
|---|---|---|---|
| Temperature | 75–82°F | 73–84°F | 75–82°F ✓ |
| pH Range | 8.1–8.4 | 5–7 | No overlap ✗ |
| Temperament | peaceful | semi-aggressive | Monitor ⚠ |
| Max Size | 3" | 3" | Similar ✓ |
| Min Tank Size | 20 gal | 20 gal | 20 gal minimum together |
| Diet | Omnivore | Carnivore | — |
| Care Level | beginner | intermediate | — |
Species Profiles
Skunk Cleaner Shrimp
Lysmata amboinensis
beginnerpeaceful20+ gal
Skunk cleaner shrimp are one of the most useful invertebrates in reef tanks. They operate a 'cleaning station' where fish line up to have parasites, dead skin, and debris removed from their bodies and gills. This natural cleaning service helps keep fish healthy and disease-free. They are also strikingly beautiful with their red-and-white striped body and long white antennae.
Full care guide →Apistogramma
Apistogramma cacatuoides
intermediatesemi-aggressive20+ gal
The Apistogramma (Apistogramma cacatuoides) is a intermediate-level freshwater fish growing to 3 inches. Semi-aggressive temperament, minimum 20 gallon tank.
Full care guide →Other Compatible Tank Mates
For Skunk Cleaner Shrimp:
For Apistogramma:
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